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How Formerly Obese People Successfully Lost Weight

Posted by K. Ho on Saturday, December 28, 2013, In : weight loss

by Cornelia White

Shedding off unwanted pounds is not only good for the image but also the overall health. However, there are plenty of obese people who have a difficult time trying to achieve their fitness goal. It's very important for them to opt for steps that are safe and effective, much like the ones taken by formerly heavy individuals who lost weight successfully.

Because there's an abundance of tips available online and offline, it can be confusing to know which ones of them actually ...

The Four Most Important Aspects Of Losing Weight And Keeping It Off

Posted by K. Ho on Thursday, December 26, 2013, In : weight loss

by Russ Howe

If you were to ask any online search engine how to lose weight you would likely be met by a world of over-complicated, conflicting information. Likewise, in the real world many trainers will tell you so many different opinions that fat loss can occasionally come across as a fine art or rocket science.

If you were to ask a thousand people in gyms across your country for their biggest problem in the gym, weight loss would almost certainly top that list.

Bizarrely, despite the num...

Sleep Is Key To Weight Loss

Posted by Rey Vetangelo on Tuesday, December 24, 2013, In : weight loss

by Rey Vetangelo

Fad diets and meal plan systems promote promises of incredible weight loss with the ability to keep the weight off. While some of these systems do prove successful, others fail miserably to deliver on their promises. When it comes to weight loss and diet, the key is to consume natural foods that are high in nutrients and low in processed carbs, sugars, and fats.

While whole grains are carb heavy, they are heart healthy! By eliminating super processed grains like white rice a...

Think Thin And Start Losing Weight Today

Posted by Betty B. Koland on Friday, September 27, 2013, In : weight loss

by Betty B. Koland

It might be hard to lose weight, but educating yourself beforehand is a good way to get started. It can be hard to know where to begin when trying to lose weight. Here's some tips to help you get going.

Weight loss requires a lot of sacrifices in certain places, but taste no longer has to be one. In years past, food developed for diets was normally bland at best. Today, though, there are many modern sweeteners and preservatives that can still cut the carbs and fat, but wi...

The Right Diet - How It Can Help You Lose Weight

Posted by Vanessa Summer on Tuesday, September 10, 2013, In : weight loss

by Vanessa Summer

Those wanting to improve their diets ordinarily do so because they wish to slim down or become more fit. It's a great idea to make your diet better, nevertheless it's not a simple task as it takes a great deal of commitment to stick to it day after day. A quick hint: Don't change everything instantly - I can guarantee you, based on my own experience, that modifying your diet a little at a time is the most effective way to go. Just set out with consuming less junk food, repl...

What Foods You Should Eat To Lose Weight

Posted by James T. Chaweng on Saturday, September 7, 2013, In : healthy foods to eat

by James T. Chaweng

Sometimes it seems there is too much information available about weight loss for you to be able to translate that into personal success. Do not be hard on yourself. It is understandable that you seek information. What to do with it next can be the tricky part. These tips are for you.

A good way to help you lose weight is to monitor and keep track of how many calories you consume each day. If you notice that there are places where you can cut out eating fattening foods the...

Want To Improve Your Fitness Routine? Check Out These Tips

Posted by Coach Todd on Friday, September 6, 2013, In : weight loss workouts

by Coach Todd

Many people think improving the level of their fitness is too hard, and is a goal that cannot be reached. However, it is possible to progress with a lot of hard work and patience. Developing a healthy, fitness-oriented lifestyle will allow you to get fit and feel great.

If working out is new to you, you might want to consider enlisting the help of a personal trainer. A quality trainer can help you figure out your goals and assess your strengths and weaknesses so they can devel...

Solutions To All Your Fitness Needs Are Right Here

Posted by Lon McFarland on Thursday, September 5, 2013, In : weight loss

by Lon McFarland

Fitness is something you have to educate yourself about if you want to develop an efficient program. You probably lack the requisite knowledge to start a program right now without doing any research. You need information and guidance. This article will provide you with some helpful tips that can get you started.

Being fit is a goal many people try to achieve by lifting weights at the gym. Instead, you can practice six simple exercises in order to build muscle and burn fat.
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Get Fit Fast With These Easy To Follow Tips

Posted by Yandy Roman on Tuesday, September 3, 2013, In : weight loss workouts

by Yandy Roman

A fit individual is usually a very happy person and leading a well-rounded life can be rewarding in some ways. If you're ready to get in shape but are not sure about how to approach fitness, read the tips below. They'll help you get on track and help you in leading a good, active, and fit lifestyle.

When using weight lifting to build fitness, be careful of your form. If you use good form while lifting, you can reinforce the muscles around your joints and reduce daily discomfo...

How To Lose Water Weight Fast

Posted by Marjorie Best on Tuesday, September 3, 2013, In : fat loss programs

by Marjorie Best

Food chain shows the consecutive process of standard consumption routines tailored by a living creature, which, when pertains to human, can be shared now days as fast food chains. Stylish diet plans and processed food consumption by the population developed an unusual style of eating. The ever-growing junk food joints have simply help with easy temptation amongst individuals, particularly amongst the teenagers which resulted in the attachment of those unsafe, sometime hazard...

Serious About Weight Loss? Try These Tips

Posted by James T. Chaweng on Monday, September 2, 2013, In : weight loss

by James T. Chaweng

Everyone wants to get more fit. People resolve to lose weight at New Year's and put goals in their planners, but they don't lose weight. For some, it could be that they do not have time for it, while for others, they may just be lazy. Even if you have failed in your previous weight loss attempts, you can apply the following tips to decrease your weight and improve your health.

When trying to lose weight, perform your cardio workouts in the morning before breakfast. Resea...

Increase Your Weight Loss Program By Eating Right And Exercising Right

Posted by Josh Blackmiller on Sunday, August 25, 2013, In : diet plan

by Josh Blackmiller

When you consider the many dieting and weight loss programs out there at present, it is difficult to know which diet plan or weight loss program fits you best. If you go to any doctor, personal trainer or physical fitness expert, however, the answer is always the same. If you want to shed pounds, you need to diet and exercise. How to loose weight? Weight loss is not magic, there are no gimmicks other than surgery

Many others and my own experience with weight loss has bee...

Quick Weight Loss With The Three-Week Diet Plan

Posted by Amya D. Hitzfelder on Saturday, August 24, 2013, In : weight loss

by Amya D. Hitzfelder

Weight loss and muscle gain just isn't an easy thing to do. It requires lots of planning, perseverance and desire to achieve an effect. The important thing to a balanced and proper nutrition can be described with one word - moderation. Moderation is the main idea of a healthy lifestyle, and this is acknowledged from olden days. It is not necessary to consider considerable amounts of food and drink greater than your body really requires.

However, the body still is not a...

Merge Weight Loss Methods for Incredible Results

Posted by Vanessa Summer on Tuesday, August 20, 2013, In : weight loss

by Vanessa Summer

Striving to get rid of extra weight and finally giving up smoking cigarettes are much the same in a significant way. If you'd like to become successful with either one, you will need a strong desire to do it. This motivation means there is clear motivation, and that's what can make all the difference. Whenever an individual is highly motivated to achieve anything, that emotion must first stem from the desire for getting something. But we will share something that may take t...

Suggestions About The Best Way To Get Rid Of Cellulite

Posted by Jessica Ross on Sunday, August 18, 2013, In : weight loss

by Jessica Ross

Cellulite is a lumpy skin that may appear on your buttocks, thighs, stomach, arms and legs and affects 90% of al women especially during and after having children. It is therefore necessary to have some basic ideas of how to get rid of cellulite before it affects you looks leading to low self esteem and stress. Getting rid of cellulite begins with you by taking charge of your eating habits and lifestyle.

Depending on your BMI, you can try the many how to get rid of cellulite...

Strategies From Programs Such As Vive Weight Loss

Posted by Lucy Cho on Saturday, August 17, 2013, In : weight loss

by Lucy Cho

Weight control programs such as Vive weight loss employ various helpful methods to approach losing weight. Different strategies can be learned from these programs like Vive weight loss without actually paying to join them. Those striving to achieve the weight loss Salt Lake City dwellers may need will find that the world is full of a stunning array of ideas, products, and strategies for losing weight. There are so many that it could be burdensome to know where to start. Some peop...

Using Whey Protein For Weight Loss

Posted by Russ Howe on Thursday, August 8, 2013, In : weight loss

by Russ Howe

Learning how to lose weight can be difficult enough for most people, but when they encounter the world of sports nutrition and supplements things tend to take a turn for the worse. Today's article is going to show you the three key points to look for when matching which whey protein is best suited to your fitness goals.

While some products are designed for fat loss and increasing lean muscle tone, there are also plenty out there which are made for bulking up. Get the wrong one ...

Quickly Lose Weight Following These Simple Steps

Posted by Mark Shayn on Wednesday, August 7, 2013, In : weight loss

by Mark Shayn

Don't just rely on your scale as an accurate portrayal of your program. As you lose weight you're also going to build up muscle and muscle weighs more than fat does. So after a while you might notice your weight level off or even go up a bit. Instead you should take your measurements as well. This way if your weight does level off for a while you'll be able to see that you're still getting thinner.

When you're watching your weight, try to make smart choices at the fast food res...

Simple On-Line Slimming Tips Using Green Tea Extract

Posted by Bridget Jackson on Monday, August 5, 2013, In : eating healthy foods

by Bridget Jackson

Green tea is an effective drink that helps in burning fat as well as boosting your metabolism. This drink is a natural and healthy way to reach your weight loss goals. This on-line slimming tip of using green tea extract is very effective and generally results in satisfactory outcomes in people trying to slim down.

A lot of emphasis has been given to this drink and several studies and experiments were conducted in human beings, animals as well as laboratories. It has been ...

Losing Weight Often Means Healthy Eating Habits

Posted by K. Ho on Tuesday, April 24, 2012, In : healthy eating plan

If you are trying to lose weight and have spent a little time surfing the net, one thing you'll notice is the increase in healthy eating habits. It's not just about losing weight or the dreadful thought of dieting, it's more about taking control of your life.

It doesn't matter if your only goal is to lose 10 pounds or 100 pounds, it's important to understand that healthy eating habits simply leads to a healthier lifestyle. If you're presently on some kind of diet, take a moment and reevalu...
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Surviving The Holidays

Posted by Kevin Ho on Thursday, December 29, 2011, In : Holiday Eating

Well, I made it through Thanksgiving and Christmas without any real problems with my weight. I think the biggest problem that I had was not having enough time to accomplish everything that I wanted to get done. In a way, this actually helped with not overeating the holiday treats that were available. However, I did manage to sneak in some of my favorites, after all, it is the holidays!

One thing that I have noticed over the last 5 or 6 weeks is the rising popularity of healthy eating. Not ...
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Does Fitness Have A Role When It Comes To Weight Loss

Posted by K. Ho on Tuesday, December 13, 2011, In : weight loss

I would think that in the last 20 years, millions of people world wide have found that exercising while trying to lose weight has proven to be a benefit for them.

However, the Seattle Times recently reported in an article that research conducted since 1989 shows differently. More specifically, aerobic exercise such as running, jogging, biking, using a treadmill or even an elliptical machine for any length of time isn't the answer to weight loss.

Well, it doesn't take a genius to understand t...
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Eliminating Some Foods From Your Diet Can Take Longer

Posted by K. Ho on Monday, December 12, 2011, In : eating healthy foods

Even though obesity and being overweight is something that can strike anybody from around the world, there are still many countries that have extremely low percentages of their population who actually might suffer from being overweight.

Is it because of the foods that they eat, the region that they live in, or is it just plain genetics? All good questions and definitely something that can attribute to a persons overall health. However, the simple answer is the foods that they don't eat!

Many ...
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Is Snacking Bad For You

Posted by K. Ho on Wednesday, November 30, 2011, In : eating healthy foods

Yesterday, I noticed an article that was recently published in the health/blog section of the Wall street Journal titled, “Midmorning Snacks Associated With Smaller Weight Loss”.

I won't go much into the article as you can read it yourself, but it does bring up some interesting points, and one thing that isn't played out in the article, is exactly what the test subjects were eating for their snacks.

Let's face it, anyone that suffers from being overweight has a problem with food in general....
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Oh, Holiday Eating Has Begun

Posted by K. Ho on Tuesday, November 29, 2011, In : Holiday Eating

Now that Thanksgiving week is officially behind us, it's time to focus on the actual beginning of the holiday season. It was a tough week to get through, especially with all the commitments and even though I made plans, I was only able to visit the gym once last week.

On top of that, I gained a couple pounds with all the week long meals and treats. But, don't get me wrong. It was a good week and I don't feel guilty or that I've sacrificed anything. I'm not going to beat myself up like so m...
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Healthy Eating Plan Can Make A Difference With Weight Loss

Posted by Kevin on Wednesday, November 9, 2011, In : healthy eating plan

I was at the gym last night after missing several weeks of working out due to my schedule and personal projects that I needed to get done. I miss working out and always find it a great motivator, especially since I'm working on improving my health and losing weight.

In just a short period of time I've noticed some new faces and of course, a couple of the regulars. It's always good to see that people are making an effort to transform their body's and their health.

Anyway, late yesterday I noti...
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Is Cabbage A Healthy Food For Weight Loss

Posted by Kevin on Wednesday, October 26, 2011, In : healthy foods to eat

I actually love any type of vegetable, but cabbage just happens to be one of those that is top on my list. I'm definitely not a professional dietitian or nutritionist, but cabbage is part of the vegetable group and it's also considered a healthy food for weight loss by many experts. While some information can often be confusing or even misleading, it is for this reason that many people end up bewildered as they try to lose weight and keep wondering if certain foods are beneficial for you, e...
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Start Your Day Out Right By Eating Healthy Foods

Posted by Kevin on Sunday, October 23, 2011, In : eating healthy foods

I was talking with a friend last week that mentioned something really simple when it comes to eating healthy foods. He's not on a weight loss program, nor does he need to be, but he does believe in eating healthy foods and he exercises at least several times per week. We were chatting about all the different types of food that are good for you and I just happened to mention that I had started making better choices in my life for weight loss and my health.

He mentioned that if you start the d...
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Finding Ways To Succeed With Fat Loss Diets

Posted by Kevin on Tuesday, October 18, 2011, In : positive mindset

To be successful with fat loss diets or any weight loss program for that matter is going to require positive thinking. I know, it's something that you have heard over and over again from people all around you. But the truth is, positive thinking is what can make or break any of your efforts with fat loss diets, exercise, improving health and total weight loss.

In fact, just two weeks ago I was talking with a women who was so negative about diets and losing weight that she was actually making...
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Attitude Is Going To Make Or Break Your Weight Loss Goals

Posted by Kevin on Monday, September 26, 2011, In : motivation

Everyone who is trying to lose weight already knows the complicated process of planning and following through with any diet plans they might be on. It can easily be a handful for anyone! Also, since you are reading this post, maybe you already have some weight loss goals in mind or you are still rummaging through information in search of the right diet plan or program that fits your needs.

No matter what, you're at a point where some kind of weight loss goals need to be set. Not just to l...
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The Ups And Downs Of Trying To Lose Weight

Posted by Kevin on Sunday, September 18, 2011, In : Obstacles

It doesn't matter how well you plan things in your life, something almost always gets in your way or prevents you from moving in the right direction. Maybe you run into a wall and just can't move any further with your plans or maybe you end up taking the wrong path that ends up creating set backs with your planning. Trying to lose weight and running into these type of barriers in your life are sometimes common for many people.

I know, I'm trying to lose weight and have run into many of them....
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Motivation Is All Around You

Posted by Kevin on Tuesday, September 13, 2011, In : motivation

My left shoulder has been starting to act up over the last two weeks. It's my rota-tor cuff which is something that has been causing problems for years now. However, since I haven't been regularly working out over the last three years it really hasn't been causing problems, until now. A couple nights ago it bothered me enough and kept me up tossing and turning for a couple of hours.

I've been working on some lateral lifts with light weights to help strengthen the muscles around my shoulder ...
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Good Bye To Summer and Hello To The Holidays!

Posted by Kevin on Tuesday, September 6, 2011, In : motivation

Well, the end of summer has finally come. Kids are officially back at school and now it is time to prepare for the fall season and eventually winter. The past summer months have been very hot and dry with very little rain, which usually means the upcoming winter season will probably be cold with a lot of snow in the forecast. Let's hope it stays in the mountains!

During the next few weeks, I'll be spending time winterizing things around the house and getting things ready for the freezing we...
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Diet Facts Or Myths

Posted by Kevin on Tuesday, August 30, 2011, In : diet solution

Most experts in the diet industry like to rouse attention to what they call “Diet Facts” and other people like to call them “Diet Myths. To me, that's just more of the same reasons why I've always been so pessimistic about diets, mainly because of all the misunderstanding, misinformation, false promises, so called diet facts and diet myths that go back and forth and the enormous amount of hype that is generally built around the weight loss industry.

No matter where you look, people are ...
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Is The Ninety Percent Rule Cheating Or Is It A Reward

Posted by Kevin on Sunday, August 28, 2011, In : fat loss diets

Many diets today for weight loss and even diets for nutrition and muscle building have all started to add something what is called “cheat meals” or “cheat days”. These are basically meals that are set aside from the regular diet program that you are on and allowed to cheat by eating something that is off your diet menu plan. Of course, many of these diets have their own rules or guidelines to follow regarding cheat meals, but the principles and goals are pretty much the same.

Much of...
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It's Great Having The Extra Support

Posted by Kevin on Thursday, August 25, 2011, In : motivation

Well, it is week number 8 of my weight loss journey and have found very little difficulty staying on track and making those wiser and healthier food choices. During the last two months most of my time has been spent on making healthier choices in my life and learning new recipes or at least new ingredients to old recipes. It's hard to believe that I can go grocery shopping with my wife and actually not have any cravings for many of the junk foods that we used to buy.

Yes, even my wife has ...
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Getting Back Into Weight Training

Posted by Kevin on Monday, August 22, 2011, In : weight loss workouts

Ever Since I was in high school and college, I'll never forget how most of my coaches would explain that weight training was not just about getting stronger, but also a good way to stay trim. This very same philosophy is true today as weight training exercises can accelerate your weight loss goals. Of course, most people are under the impression that lifting weights is only for those that seek to gain muscle mass and much of this has been supported through myths over the years. You can eas...
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Dealing With Food Cravings

Posted by Kevin on Saturday, August 20, 2011, In : the diet solution program

I have read many articles how people on diets have continuously run into problems with food cravings and the extreme desire to want some kind of food that will satisfy their taste buds. While food cravings may be simple enough for others to handle and overcome, many people will end up with weight loss failure simply because of their cravings. Since most diets are considered to be strict in order to achieve weight loss, a persons food cravings can change how well you will do while on your in...
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Concentrate On Small Changes

Posted by Kevin on Thursday, August 18, 2011, In : motivation

I have read many articles and talked with dozens of people who have claimed that many of the so-called weight loss diets and physical fitness programs have failed them in their own personal attempts to get in better shape through dieting and exercising. I can't argue with them since I've always been somewhat skeptical of many weight loss diets that have been advertised over the years. There's so many choices for people and what they actually end up with is information overload.

For example...
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It's Time To Make A Choice

Posted by Kevin on Wednesday, August 17, 2011, In : fat loss programs

I've never really been a person who has had to think about dieting or even weight loss. Over the years I have tried to stay active doing some kind of physical activity such as sports and working out at the gym. However, I did slow down a bit with the gym workouts the last two years and once being active in Judo, I'm lucky to even visit a class now. My lack of interest in the gym and working out with Judo has mostly been due to work, but than again, that is only an excuse.

Of course, it didn...
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